Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to find out about the many benefits of APSP membership.
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals is the world's largest international trade association representing the swimming pool, spa and hot tub industry--and the key organization working to ensure the success of your company.
Being an APSP member is tangible evidence of your commitment to excellence. Whether you are a manufacturer, distributor, manfacturers’ agent, builder, retailer, or service company, you’ll want to become part of the vibrant community of APSP members and enjoy the many benefits of APSP membership outlined below. These essential tools and exceptional learning opportunities can help you make money...save money...and reduce risk.
Ultimately, the most important reason to join is your position in the
industry. By becoming a member of APSP, you demonstrate your commitment to the highest standards in the pool, spa, and hot tub industry.
Take your place in this elite corps of professionals. Join APSP today!
Advocacy and Industry Representation: Let your interests be heard. APSP is your effective voice shaping the policies critical to your business on the federal, state, and local levels.
- Get involved in advocating the industry’s interests. APSP’s government relations agenda is based on member input, and members are encouraged to participate in the advocacy agenda. APSP lobbies on issues relevant to the industry, including the federal “Pool and Spa Safety Act,” product liability reform, tort reform, small business issues, hazardous materials handling (OSHA, EPA), hazardous materials transportation (DOT), labor and workforce issues, and advancing the adoption of the ANSI/APSP standards into state and local laws.
- Influence local legislative and regulatory issues by participating at the grassroots level.
- Comply with federal OSHA and DOT regulations and guard against expensive government fines with help from APSP’s Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the APSP Loss Control Manual.
“It’s important for the industry to get together as a whole and focus on our important issues. There’s an old saying, “united we stand, divided we fall.” So, one bad apple can affect government regulations and how our customers see our industry.”
—Laura Goodman, director of EDGEucation, POOLCORP
Business Products and Bottom-Line Savings: Realize genuine bottom-line savings for your company by using APSP-sponsored top quality business products and services thatwill help you save time, increase productivity, and add dollars to your company’s bottom line.
“APSP’s value is such a bargain. For a small annual dues, my company has access to all of APSP’s affinity programs that saves me money and helps my company grow.”
—John C. Romano, CBP, CSP, President/CEO, All American Custom Pools and Spas
Certification: Earn the recognition you deserve. APSP certification is your professional “seal of approval” and evidence of your advanced skills and personal commitment to excellence.
APSP certification programs are designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and recognize those professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential for industry best practices. Opportunities for achieving certification include:
- CSP Certified Service Professional®: Be recognized for superior achievement in the service and maintenance of pools and spas. (For more information, contact bdawson@APSP.org.)
- CBP Certified Building Professional®: Be recognized for your expertise and ability in the design, construction, and installation of pools and spas. (For more information, contact bdawson@APSP.org.)
“APSP’s professional development and continuing education has helped elevate our company to one of the highest levels in the industry. Thanks, APSP, for helping our company grow our employees. We are proud to have three CBPs and seven CSPs on staff!”
—John C. Romano, CBP, CSP, president/CEO, All American Custom Pools and Spas
Credibility and Prestige: Increase your credibility and sales. APSP membership tells your customers that you are a member of the world’s leading association of pool and spa professionals who are committed to public safety, reputable services, and excellence, and who subscribe to a Code of Ethics of professional standards, principles, and policies. Enhance your company’s prestige and credibility through:
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Logos and service marks: Gain prestige by displaying the APSP logo and certification service marks on your business materials. Only APSP members are permitted to use the APSP logo which highlights their participation in a national organization dedicated to professionalism, best practices, and safety.
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Safety materials and public service campaigns: Demonstrate your commitment to your customers’ safe enjoyment of industry products by obtaining and displaying APSP materials and distributing them to your customers.
Discounts for Members: Save on tools that are critical to growing your business when you join APSP. Also see “Business Products and Bottom-Line Savings” above. Cost-saving opportunities include:
Education: Stay on top of the latest industry trends and learn how to grow your business and improve your bottom line…or access basic education and training…by participating in APSP technical and business education events provided by the APSP Career Institute.
Education opportunities can be found on the education calendar and include:
“The faster I can get new employees up to speed, the faster they can help us make money. APSP’s professional development programs help employees understand that this is a career track, not just a stopover. Continuing education really helps with our employee retention.”
—Kathleen Carlson, president, Aqua Quip
“Often, those of us who have been around a few years think that there’s nothing new to learn. However, I find that every time I go to an APSP seminar, I learn more. Our industry is constantly changing and there are many things even long-seasoned veterans need to know. APSP conducts a lot of education seminars on new developments, technical installations, and new technology, as well as how to run and do new things with your business.”
—Guy Larsen, CBP, vice president, All Season Pools